This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
‘Careened,
These oily tears
Dripping down the tears on your depressed face,
Will one day be staunched,
I swear!
Ibiwari Ikiriko, Oily Tears
The tone of the poet is
-
optimistic
- supplicatory
- sympathetic
- piteous
The correct answer is: A
Explanation
The poet speaks about tears and depression and expresses a sense of understanding and emotional connection with the subject of the poem. The use of words like "oily tears" and "depressed face" evokes empathy for the emotional pain being described.